...a not-for-profit organization providing sanctuary for life's meaningful moments...

Nestled in the heart of Black Forest, surrounded by over 350 acres of majestic Ponderosa Pines, you’ll find the perfect rustic getaway for a retreat or conference...

La Foret is open year round. Located minutes from I-25, La Foret offers an sanctuary of inspiring scenery in a peaceful, private setting. 

With meeting, dining, and sleeping facilities for groups large or small, La Foret is proud to host a great variety of events ranging from: corporate, educational, spiritual, to family reunions, weddings, receptions, and team building.

La Foret's own program events strive to nurture the soul, offer rest, renewal and provide transformational experiences those in attendance. 

Comfortable, well-equipped, unique conference spaces are available to accommodate any need. All of the buildings are located around the perimeter of a wide-open, grassy meadow- perfect for games, concerts, and other outdoor group activities. Recreational facilities include a heated outdoor swimming pool (open Memorial Day through Labor Day), softball field, tennis and basketball courts, a horseshoe pit, gaga ball court, and walking trails.

The grounds also boast three fire circles as well as a beautiful labyrinth. Other on-site amenities include wi-fi, a camp souvenir shop (open to your group by appointment), picnic areas, and audio/visual equipment.

We aim to give you and your group a peaceful place of sanctuary to consider the transcendent issues of life and to encounter transformational experiences. 

Come, experience and enjoy the sanctuary of La Foret. 

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Our Mission ~ In a world that needs compassion, tolerance and love, the La Foret Conference & Retreat Center is a welcoming and safe haven committed to inspiring healthy and confident future generations and stewarding the Alice Bemis Taylor gift and its environs. 

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Our Vision ~ To be a magnet center for progressive thought learning and action in the western United States. 

Our Values ~ To offer sacred, safe brave space, and experiences for all; providing sanctuary for life's meaningful moments.